I should have noted; Sailboat, slow. The transom edge is mostly in the water, but probably more so when heeled. Thanks for the reply.
Some sources indicate a rounded trailing edge of the transom produces less drag. Another mentions having a chamfer, starting 1-2% of the beam from...
If I am using carbon fiber in a mold, I might use pigmented first coat in the mold to hide the carbon fiber. Example: rudder. But, I agree with...
Great discussion. Thanks to Dave G and for Gonzo's contributions. Interesting on the lack of a standard surface smoothness gauge, such as the Ra...
As I understand, for small boats, dinghies, laminar flow will extend farther aft. For larger, laminar flow occurs in the fore 1/3 or so and is...
Jehardiman, thank you for taking the time to put the information together for me. I can understand your position considering the thread you...
Well, finally, I have some input as to "do ceramic coatings on the wetted surface" enhance performance. Thanks, jehardiman. But, please, I think I...
That is all very interesting, especially the whale snot. But, I still do not have the answer to my question. Chaos
OK, if you must, would ceramic coating reduce the FRICTIONAL resistance? Simple question; does ceramic coatings on wetted surfaces of sailboats...
Thanks for everyone's reply. This is interesting. I continually re-read Frank Bethwaite's book "High performance sailing". He and his group have...
I have heard scuttle butt that ceramic coatings (finishes) have been used on bottoms of sailboats to enhance (reduce) drag. I think there is an...
